ifIknew is a health initiative for young adults that uses a multi media approach, including social media and in person programs, to address the contemporary issues that impact the well-being, self-image, careers, and relationships of people in their 20's and 30's.

If I Knew is a prevention education project that raises awareness about risky behaviors that can profoundly impact lives.

When you're in a healthy relationship...

You respect each other

You don’t try to control each other

You’re not afraid of your partner

You have some breathing room. You don’t feel bad about making time to see your friends and do the things you enjoy doing.

You listen to each other

You make decisions together

You feel okay disagreeing and can both compromise

When you’re in an unhealthy relationship:

You get called names or get hit

You never hang out with your friends or family anymore.

You’re getting constant text messages

Your partner gets jealous of everyone you talk to and everything you do

Your partner tries to control you

Your partner shows up unannounced

You find yourself sticking up for your partner

You feel pressured to do things that make you uncomfortable

It’s hard to know what you want in a partner when you don’t really know who you are. When you’re in a relationship, make sure you have someone you can talk to. We all need a “go to” person to check in with. Spend time figuring out what makes you passionate (working with animals, art, music) and do it! Go make a difference in the world. This is a great way to build your self-esteem. When you do what you love, you’ll attract the right kind of person into your life who can appreciate all of your qualities and who doesn’t want to change you.